Herbed Ricotta Feta Filling

Herbed Ricotta Feta Filling

A creamy ricotta and feta blend studded with fresh herbs, ready for stuffing shells or phyllo.

Total 10 min Makes 16 oz Calories 145/serving

Dietary

Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Keto, Wheat free, Nut free, Halal, Kosher, Kosher for passover, Ashkenazi kosher for passover

Allergens

Dairy, Eggs

This filling combines whole-milk ricotta with tangy feta, fresh herbs, and a touch of lemon for brightness. It works well in stuffed pastas, phyllo pastries, or as a spread for crusty bread, and comes together in minutes with no cooking required.

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups whole-milk ricotta cheese
  • 1 cup feta cheese, crumbled
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, finely chopped
  • 2 tablespoons fresh dill, finely chopped
  • 1 tablespoon fresh mint, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 lemon, zested
  • 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt, to taste

Method

  1. In a medium bowl, combine the ricotta and crumbled feta, mashing lightly with a fork until evenly blended.

  2. Add the parsley, dill, mint, minced garlic, and lemon zest to the cheese mixture.

  3. Stir in the olive oil, egg, black pepper, and salt until the filling is smooth and evenly combined.

  4. Cover and refrigerate the filling for at least 20 minutes to let the flavors meld before using.

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    Herbed Ricotta Feta Filling

    This filling combines whole-milk ricotta with tangy feta, fresh herbs, and a touch of lemon for brightness. It works well in stuffed pastas, phyllo pastries, or as a spread for crusty bread, and comes together in minutes with no cooking required.

    10 min 16 oz 145 cal

    Ingredients

    • 1 1/2 cups whole-milk ricotta cheese
    • 1 cup feta cheese, crumbled
    • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, finely chopped
    • 2 tablespoons fresh dill, finely chopped
    • 1 tablespoon fresh mint, finely chopped
    • 2 cloves garlic, minced
    • 1 lemon, zested
    • 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
    • 1 large egg
    • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
    • 1/4 teaspoon salt, to taste

    Method

    1. 1

      In a medium bowl, combine the ricotta and crumbled feta, mashing lightly with a fork until evenly blended.

    2. 2

      Add the parsley, dill, mint, minced garlic, and lemon zest to the cheese mixture.

    3. 3

      Stir in the olive oil, egg, black pepper, and salt until the filling is smooth and evenly combined.

    4. 4

      Cover and refrigerate the filling for at least 20 minutes to let the flavors meld before using.